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The K.C.A. S.T.E.M. Lending (Learning) Library is a resource of over 80 different types of STEM equipment available for use by all Kauai public school teachers to promote STEM and career-connected learning.
The K.C.A. S.T.E.M. Lending (Learning) Library is a resource of over 80 different types of STEM equipment available for use by all Kauai public school teachers to promote STEM and career-connected learning.
Teachers may checkout the equipment for up to 2 weeks. (Extensions Available) The equipment is housed at Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School library. Professional development on using the equipment is also available.
Teachers may checkout the equipment for up to 2 weeks. (Extensions Available) The equipment is housed at Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School library. Professional development on using the equipment is also available.
STEP 1: Create a Lesson Plan
STEP 1: Create a Lesson Plan
Design a lesson or come up with an idea to use the equipment. If you need assistance look at the lesson plan database or use the lesson plan assistance google form and the staff can help you find resources.
Design a lesson or come up with an idea to use the equipment. If you need assistance look at the lesson plan database or use the lesson plan assistance google form and the staff can help you find resources.
Click To See The K.C.A. STEM Lending Library Catalog or use the filters below to see the different types of equipment the library houses.
Click To See The K.C.A. STEM Lending Library Catalog or use the filters below to see the different types of equipment the library houses.
Step 2: Check The Availability
Step 2: Check The Availability
Step 3: Fill Out The Forms
Step 3: Fill Out The Forms
Fill out, sign and upload the Stem Use Agreement form and the STEM Equipment Request Form. (Note, Principal or Admin must sign as well)
Fill out, sign and upload the Stem Use Agreement form and the STEM Equipment Request Form. (Note, Principal or Admin must sign as well)
Please fill out at least 2 weeks in advance for logistics/processing. Once received, the staff will contact you about specifics.
Please fill out at least 2 weeks in advance for logistics/processing. Once received, the staff will contact you about specifics.
Step 4: Surveys/Pictures/Videos
Step 4: Surveys/Pictures/Videos
Please also take pictures/videos of your students using the equipment for documentation and please fill out the teacher feedback post usage survey
Please also take pictures/videos of your students using the equipment for documentation and please fill out the teacher feedback post usage survey
OTHER Available Lending Libraries
OTHER Available Lending Libraries
UH STEM Pre-Academy -- Middle School Teachers Only!
MEDB Women in Tech Lending Library -- Must participate in at least one MEDB workshop
Free Algae Kits--The Algae Foundation
VeggieU Curriculum--Free for teachers in grades 3-5
The KCA STEM Lending Library was inspired by the work of the Windward, Oahu Academic Integration CTE Team and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Schools Tech Team.
The KCA STEM Lending Library was made possible by generous grants from the Hawaii Labor Department STEM Workforce Group, Good Idea Grant, Donor's Choose, and Innovation Grant.
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